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The Pastor's Admin
**DISCLAIMER** This is Christian FICTION which includes some sex scenes and language. *** Daphne ‘Dee’ Gary used to love being an admin … until Joseph Thornton. She has been his administrative assistant for ten years and each year, she has to decide whether it will be his secrets or her sanity. And the choice is beginning to take a toil. Joseph is the founder and pastor of Assembly of God Christian Center and he is, hell, there are so many words Daphne can use to describe him but none are good. He does things without thinking of the consequence because he knows Dee will be there to bail him out. Truth is, she has too because … it’s her job, right? A job she has been questioning lately. Daphne knows life can be hard and flesh will sometimes win but when she has to choose between HIS SECRETS or HER SANITY, this time, will she remain The Pastor’s Admin? **DISCLAIMER** This is Christian FICTION which includes some sex scenes and language. ***
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267 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 20, 2018
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About the author
Lakisha Johnson
58 books331 followersLakisha Johnson, native Memphian and author of over ten titles was born to write. She’ll tell you that “Writing didn’t find me, it’s was engraved in my spirit when I was created.” Along with being an author, she is an ordained minister, co-pastor, wife, mother and the product of a large family.
She is an avid blogger at kishasdailydevotional.com and social media poster where she utilizes her gifts to encourage others to tap into their God given talents. She won’t claim to be the best at what she does nor does she have all the answers, she is simply grateful to be used by God
She is an avid blogger at kishasdailydevotional.com and social media poster where she utilizes her gifts to encourage others to tap into their God given talents. She won’t claim to be the best at what she does nor does she have all the answers, she is simply grateful to be used by God
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April 5, 2018
Review of The Pastor’s Admin
After reading this book, I don’t think the word pastor should be associated with Joe. He let the power he held go to his head literally. He also messed up a lot of lives along the way. As the saying goes you reap what you sow.
After reading this book, I don’t think the word pastor should be associated with Joe. He let the power he held go to his head literally. He also messed up a lot of lives along the way. As the saying goes you reap what you sow.
January 4, 2019
This book was very good, I really enjoyed it . The storyline is well written. The characters deal with many issues such as mental illness, abuse, fornication and forgiveness.
November 8, 2024
The Pastor’s Admin is an incredibly well-written novel that dives deep into the complexities of church life and the hidden struggles of its characters. Johnson and Rucker take us behind the scenes, revealing issues like adultery, abuse, and the journey to forgiveness in ways that feel raw and relatable. The characters are developed so vividly that you can feel their emotions, dilemmas, and hopes with every page.
Each character’s perspective adds a unique layer to the story, especially with the way they confront their individual struggles. The passionate and intimate scenes add to the realism and depth, although readers should note that this Christian fiction includes some explicit content and language.
Joseph’s selfishness had me fuming; it’s hard to understand how someone could act so recklessly, especially in his position. And Daphne—her sense of duty and self-sacrifice to protect Joseph felt both admirable and heartbreaking. At times, it seemed like she carried the world on her shoulders, to the point of losing her own way. I was completely shocked by the twist with the baby, and I’m not sure I could have shown the maturity Daphne did, standing by her husband despite his wrongdoings.
This book is a rollercoaster of drama, sadness, anger, and resilience all rolled into one. It’s both realistic and intense, and it had me gripped until the very last page. If you’re ready for a journey into the real-life issues that can lie beneath the surface of church life, The Pastor’s Admin is one you won’t want to miss.
Each character’s perspective adds a unique layer to the story, especially with the way they confront their individual struggles. The passionate and intimate scenes add to the realism and depth, although readers should note that this Christian fiction includes some explicit content and language.
Joseph’s selfishness had me fuming; it’s hard to understand how someone could act so recklessly, especially in his position. And Daphne—her sense of duty and self-sacrifice to protect Joseph felt both admirable and heartbreaking. At times, it seemed like she carried the world on her shoulders, to the point of losing her own way. I was completely shocked by the twist with the baby, and I’m not sure I could have shown the maturity Daphne did, standing by her husband despite his wrongdoings.
This book is a rollercoaster of drama, sadness, anger, and resilience all rolled into one. It’s both realistic and intense, and it had me gripped until the very last page. If you’re ready for a journey into the real-life issues that can lie beneath the surface of church life, The Pastor’s Admin is one you won’t want to miss.
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April 13, 2018
Hmmmm....
First just because a story is written about characters in a church don't mean it's a Christian novel. Now I'm not talking about the sex scenes I'm talking about what type of Christian insight did the reader get and with this book that would be none. The story basically is about a whoremonger preacher and a lesbian subordinate who judged him but never seemed to look at her own sins. It also tells a story of the whoremongers preacher wife who is the first lady who endures domestic violence at the hands of her husband who again she judged but not once speaking about the immoral behavior of his assistant. I wanted to give this book a 5 because the writer could have really taught some Christian truth but instead it read like judgemental devils occupying a church.
First just because a story is written about characters in a church don't mean it's a Christian novel. Now I'm not talking about the sex scenes I'm talking about what type of Christian insight did the reader get and with this book that would be none. The story basically is about a whoremonger preacher and a lesbian subordinate who judged him but never seemed to look at her own sins. It also tells a story of the whoremongers preacher wife who is the first lady who endures domestic violence at the hands of her husband who again she judged but not once speaking about the immoral behavior of his assistant. I wanted to give this book a 5 because the writer could have really taught some Christian truth but instead it read like judgemental devils occupying a church.
April 7, 2023
Title: The Pastor's Admin
Author: Lakisha Johnson
Publisher: Twins Write 2
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"The Pastor's Admin" by Lakisha Johnson
My Sentiments:
'The Pastor's Admin' was quite some read where this Pastor had severe problems, a loving wife, and one heck of a good administrator that helped things go as smoothly as she could. But with all of that... things got out of hand, and all that is left to say... this is one read you will have to pick up and see how well this author brings it all out by the end. The ending was quite a shocker because I didn't see that one coming; however, with the way, things were going for this Pastor... I wasn't surprised because what is hidden in the dark will come to light.
Author: Lakisha Johnson
Publisher: Twins Write 2
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"The Pastor's Admin" by Lakisha Johnson
My Sentiments:
'The Pastor's Admin' was quite some read where this Pastor had severe problems, a loving wife, and one heck of a good administrator that helped things go as smoothly as she could. But with all of that... things got out of hand, and all that is left to say... this is one read you will have to pick up and see how well this author brings it all out by the end. The ending was quite a shocker because I didn't see that one coming; however, with the way, things were going for this Pastor... I wasn't surprised because what is hidden in the dark will come to light.
March 27, 2018
Good read
This book was truly engaging. It didn't read like a Christin book, though. I guess the main concept is that anyone in a position of power or authority can abuse it. Pastor definitely had demons and I don't know how any pastor can do so much dirt and still hold the position. This pastor's admin was an accessory to his dirty dealings through her aiding and abetting. What a twisted mess. Pastor reaped what he showed _ you just can't live life endlessly using others for your own satisfaction. I had to skip the graphic sex scenes, but there was a disclaimer, so it wasn't a surprise. I would still recommend this book.
This book was truly engaging. It didn't read like a Christin book, though. I guess the main concept is that anyone in a position of power or authority can abuse it. Pastor definitely had demons and I don't know how any pastor can do so much dirt and still hold the position. This pastor's admin was an accessory to his dirty dealings through her aiding and abetting. What a twisted mess. Pastor reaped what he showed _ you just can't live life endlessly using others for your own satisfaction. I had to skip the graphic sex scenes, but there was a disclaimer, so it wasn't a surprise. I would still recommend this book.
March 28, 2018
What a JOB!
Daphne was in way over her head with Pastor Joe. He was doing wayyyyyy too much and acted as if there were no consequences to pay. He of ALL people should have known you reap what you sow. I felt bad for Torre. Instead of standing up for herself & in God she became a shell of who she should have been. Carmen, Carmen, Carmen ohhhhhh Carmen. As twisted as she was all Joe could see was the sex. Torre came into her Godly self at the end of the book. Taking care of 3 kids, cause that's exactly what Anastasia was, to make sure they were covered for Joe. Great read that definitely kept me turning the pages.
Daphne was in way over her head with Pastor Joe. He was doing wayyyyyy too much and acted as if there were no consequences to pay. He of ALL people should have known you reap what you sow. I felt bad for Torre. Instead of standing up for herself & in God she became a shell of who she should have been. Carmen, Carmen, Carmen ohhhhhh Carmen. As twisted as she was all Joe could see was the sex. Torre came into her Godly self at the end of the book. Taking care of 3 kids, cause that's exactly what Anastasia was, to make sure they were covered for Joe. Great read that definitely kept me turning the pages.
December 21, 2018
Spiritual Leaders Battles Demons Too
The Bible says that a cord of three strands is not easily broken when it comes to marriage. But in the case of the Pastor’s Admin the three cord entails Pastor Joseph Thornton, his submissive wife Torre Thornton, and his trusted administrative assistant Daphne Gary. This 3 strand cord is linked tight with deception, demons, abuse and dysfunction. Before you get the wrong idea. The pastor and his assistant are like brother and sister, so nothing funny is going on with them, but they are linked by one particular female that will ultimately decide the eternal fate of either the pastor, his admin, or his wife.
The Bible says that a cord of three strands is not easily broken when it comes to marriage. But in the case of the Pastor’s Admin the three cord entails Pastor Joseph Thornton, his submissive wife Torre Thornton, and his trusted administrative assistant Daphne Gary. This 3 strand cord is linked tight with deception, demons, abuse and dysfunction. Before you get the wrong idea. The pastor and his assistant are like brother and sister, so nothing funny is going on with them, but they are linked by one particular female that will ultimately decide the eternal fate of either the pastor, his admin, or his wife.
July 28, 2023
My Goodness
Daphne "Olivia Pope" Gray is the real MVP because she cleaned up messes and put out fires like it was nobody's business. I won't even stoop so low as to call Joseph a "pastor" because his actions were anything but spiritual or divine. I almost cheered aloud when Torre found her strength but hated how much pain - physical and emotional she endured first. I applaud Torre for being in Anastasia's life and raising her daughter with his brother. Carmen! I need all the tea on her back story like yesterday!!!!! Please write a stand alone all about her and "Daddy Bear" because she was really cray cray! Great read!
Daphne "Olivia Pope" Gray is the real MVP because she cleaned up messes and put out fires like it was nobody's business. I won't even stoop so low as to call Joseph a "pastor" because his actions were anything but spiritual or divine. I almost cheered aloud when Torre found her strength but hated how much pain - physical and emotional she endured first. I applaud Torre for being in Anastasia's life and raising her daughter with his brother. Carmen! I need all the tea on her back story like yesterday!!!!! Please write a stand alone all about her and "Daddy Bear" because she was really cray cray! Great read!
November 12, 2018
The secrets we keep
Lakisha Johnson has done it again. She always weaves an unbelievable story into something believable. Her way with words shout at you from the page and draw you in. This storyline kept your attention and made you wonder just how the story was going to turn out. The characters kept you engaged and sometimes made you want you want to strangle them. I really enjoy her writing.
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Lakisha Johnson has done it again. She always weaves an unbelievable story into something believable. Her way with words shout at you from the page and draw you in. This storyline kept your attention and made you wonder just how the story was going to turn out. The characters kept you engaged and sometimes made you want you want to strangle them. I really enjoy her writing.
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July 20, 2024
Done in the Dark Will Come to Light
There are no words for abuse. The idea that someone who says they love you and the hurts you in any way is mind boggling. The story of Torre and Joseph Thornton was just that. A person has to decide just how much they’re going to do “in the name of love”. As far as, Daphne, she was the quasi enabler. They were all lost souls but consequences were eventually felt. The story has serious twists and turns and was page turning.
There are no words for abuse. The idea that someone who says they love you and the hurts you in any way is mind boggling. The story of Torre and Joseph Thornton was just that. A person has to decide just how much they’re going to do “in the name of love”. As far as, Daphne, she was the quasi enabler. They were all lost souls but consequences were eventually felt. The story has serious twists and turns and was page turning.
April 2, 2018
Church Folk Drama
Pastor Joe was so consumed with power and women that he forgot about doing the right thing. He caused scandal for his church and lots of pain for his devoted and his trust worthy Admin. The readers quickly see signs of something bad headed his way. First read by these authors and it kept my attention from beginning to end. Good read!
Pastor Joe was so consumed with power and women that he forgot about doing the right thing. He caused scandal for his church and lots of pain for his devoted and his trust worthy Admin. The readers quickly see signs of something bad headed his way. First read by these authors and it kept my attention from beginning to end. Good read!
April 3, 2018
Great book
This was a very interesting read about a cheating pastor and his admin who protects him from iui r all but always letting him know he is scandalous. This book has quite a few errors but did not take away from the flow of this read. It leaves wondering the what if's with Joe but you will not be disappointed.
This was a very interesting read about a cheating pastor and his admin who protects him from iui r all but always letting him know he is scandalous. This book has quite a few errors but did not take away from the flow of this read. It leaves wondering the what if's with Joe but you will not be disappointed.
April 8, 2018
What a story
Many times I stopped and ask are these real church people? It was a world of power and deception ... Be careful with power ... And pray for your pastor!!! All Pastors need prayers and accountability!!! The enemy tries to destroy from the head .... Undergird your Pastor and First Lady!!!
Many times I stopped and ask are these real church people? It was a world of power and deception ... Be careful with power ... And pray for your pastor!!! All Pastors need prayers and accountability!!! The enemy tries to destroy from the head .... Undergird your Pastor and First Lady!!!
April 30, 2018
Awesome!!!!!
Awesome book!! As always, you will never disappointed when reading one of her books. With this book, I found the main character was making some major mistakes in his life, but just when he was trying to get his life in track it was too late. A must read!! I highly recommend this book and any other book she has written. You will not be disappointed.
Awesome book!! As always, you will never disappointed when reading one of her books. With this book, I found the main character was making some major mistakes in his life, but just when he was trying to get his life in track it was too late. A must read!! I highly recommend this book and any other book she has written. You will not be disappointed.
June 26, 2018
Sad but true
There are Pastors and leaders who lose their way to worldly pleasures and temptations. This book is a shaking detail of just how much so. Let us pray for our Pastors & Leaders as the devil is hot on their track and don't want to see their success at advancing the kingdom of God.
There are Pastors and leaders who lose their way to worldly pleasures and temptations. This book is a shaking detail of just how much so. Let us pray for our Pastors & Leaders as the devil is hot on their track and don't want to see their success at advancing the kingdom of God.
August 1, 2018
Wow
Wow is about right another amazing book and very touching as well and it really makes you think as well enjoy life and don't let anyone take you for granted I love this book very good and I would recommend it to anyone especially whoever's going through any trials and tribulations or in there relationship with there spouse this book is an eye opener
Wow is about right another amazing book and very touching as well and it really makes you think as well enjoy life and don't let anyone take you for granted I love this book very good and I would recommend it to anyone especially whoever's going through any trials and tribulations or in there relationship with there spouse this book is an eye opener
November 19, 2018
This book was definitely a page turner. The story was well written. In this story the characters were dealing with many issues and I am so glad they were brought out. In this story we learn about mental illness, abuse, fornication and forgiveness. I enjoyed reading this book even though there were several typos.
February 16, 2019
Upstanding!
This book is among one of LaKisha Johnson’s best work. I loved it from beginning to the end. The words on each and every opalescent were given life and made me feel as if I was experiencing a real life situation. This could actually be a person’s real life. Job well done!!
This book is among one of LaKisha Johnson’s best work. I loved it from beginning to the end. The words on each and every opalescent were given life and made me feel as if I was experiencing a real life situation. This could actually be a person’s real life. Job well done!!
November 18, 2019
Congratulations
This really showed how some people has a war inside of them. And if given an type of power they can use it in such a negative way. No matter if it hurts people that care for them. Unfortunately, karma will usually get the person that has creates so much hell in others lives.
This really showed how some people has a war inside of them. And if given an type of power they can use it in such a negative way. No matter if it hurts people that care for them. Unfortunately, karma will usually get the person that has creates so much hell in others lives.
July 7, 2020
A very good read
This book was a very good book to read. Pastor Thornton's sexcapades was his downfall. You can do wrong and think you will be blessed. You reap what you sow. This book had me at the first sentence. I look forward to reading more books by Lakisha Johnson. She is a great author.
This book was a very good book to read. Pastor Thornton's sexcapades was his downfall. You can do wrong and think you will be blessed. You reap what you sow. This book had me at the first sentence. I look forward to reading more books by Lakisha Johnson. She is a great author.
October 2, 2020
Wow!
So many themes and so many endings. Very well written authors. I like when u both write, the addition is phenomenal. Please continue to write together or should I say minister. My favorite character is Torre. She was not bitter from abuse but, became better once she allowed God's light. My take is God loves and uses everyone. Matthew 5:45. Tells me grace and mercy!
So many themes and so many endings. Very well written authors. I like when u both write, the addition is phenomenal. Please continue to write together or should I say minister. My favorite character is Torre. She was not bitter from abuse but, became better once she allowed God's light. My take is God loves and uses everyone. Matthew 5:45. Tells me grace and mercy!
March 23, 2018
Had me in my feelings
This book had my emotions all over the place. I started out pissed off, became sad, and then i ended up angry all over again. By the end of the book i was emotional and teary-eyed. Overall this was an awesome read. I really enjoyed it.
This book had my emotions all over the place. I started out pissed off, became sad, and then i ended up angry all over again. By the end of the book i was emotional and teary-eyed. Overall this was an awesome read. I really enjoyed it.
March 27, 2018
You never really know someone
Great read all the characters needed deliverance just a mess lol...I was upset,mad,happy,sad .But a lot of lessons were taught I recommend this to everyone.I feel bad for Pastor at the end wish he had got it together.
Great read all the characters needed deliverance just a mess lol...I was upset,mad,happy,sad .But a lot of lessons were taught I recommend this to everyone.I feel bad for Pastor at the end wish he had got it together.
April 5, 2018
Awesome read
This was an awesome read and domestic violence is so serious Pastor Thorton was so rude and evil and Torre would have to do her just purchase because can not tell all about book.
This was an awesome read and domestic violence is so serious Pastor Thorton was so rude and evil and Torre would have to do her just purchase because can not tell all about book.
April 19, 2018
What
I was wasn't thinking this book would be this great; truly you have blessed through this experience. Keep your heads up any and everybody who is suffering. God is not pleased or better yey, All things work together together f or the he good of them, Amen
I was wasn't thinking this book would be this great; truly you have blessed through this experience. Keep your heads up any and everybody who is suffering. God is not pleased or better yey, All things work together together f or the he good of them, Amen
April 28, 2018
Church !!
This book was amazing and talking about a lot of things the church doesn’t talk about !!! However the book is great Like everything from this author I hope to get a part 2 .
This book was amazing and talking about a lot of things the church doesn’t talk about !!! However the book is great Like everything from this author I hope to get a part 2 .
September 2, 2018
Another great read!!
The prayers for each scenario and character are truly blessing me with every book written by Ms. Johnson! Thank you for giving me a Christian fiction but inspirational experience reading!
The prayers for each scenario and character are truly blessing me with every book written by Ms. Johnson! Thank you for giving me a Christian fiction but inspirational experience reading!
December 8, 2018
Very good read
I enjoyed this story. The story flowed smoothly and the characters were easy to follow. There were no grammatical errors. It was a very interesting take on the life of a pastor's admin.
I enjoyed this story. The story flowed smoothly and the characters were easy to follow. There were no grammatical errors. It was a very interesting take on the life of a pastor's admin.
March 5, 2019
Must read
This book was really good. It touches on real life ritual and make you think. I got a reality check and realize nothing or no one is worth my peace or sanity. I will take care of me first.
This book was really good. It touches on real life ritual and make you think. I got a reality check and realize nothing or no one is worth my peace or sanity. I will take care of me first.
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